Annie Watson

Annie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Ask. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book 'Healthy Eating Through the Garden' will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Annie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.

Is a Lodge cast iron Dutch oven worth it?

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So, is a Lodge Dutch oven worth it? Absolutely. It’s a low-price, high-value piece of cookware from a brand that’s been producing quality cast iron since 1896. While it performs similarly to the competition, its low cost makes it stand out.

Is a zester better than a grater?

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You can zest citrus with a grater, but you can’t necessarily shred veggies with a zester. When you do zest with a grater, it’ll be the more like the consistency of grating ginger versus the sturdier strips that come from a traditional zester.

What are most angle grinder injuries from?

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Injuries resulting from the use of angle grinders are numerous. The most common sites injured are the head and face. The high speed disc of angle grinders does not respect anatomical boundaries or structures and thus the injuries produced can be disfiguring, permanently disabling or even fatal.

How do you use the clean cycle on a Braun coffee maker?

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Pour the water and cleaner into the water reservoir of the machine and place the empty carafe in its position. Press the CLEAN button. The green LED light above the button will start flashing. Press BREW to start the descaling program, while the green LED light is still flashing.

Which is better P-38 or P-51 can opener?

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The P-51 is the larger version of the P-38 and was often used by mess hall cooks to open the big trays and large cans of chow. The P-51 is a full 2″ long. … Some prefer them over the P-38s because a P-51 will open cans much easier and faster and will last much longer than the P-38.

What tools can I use to tenderize meat?

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Types of Meat TenderizersMallet. A mallet, or a meat hammer, is the most traditional tool used to tenderize beef, pork, and thick cuts of poultry. … Needle. Needle meat tenderizers use a set of razor-sharp metal needles to pierce the meat to a depth of 1.5 to 2 inches. … Blade. … Material. … Blades. … Handle. … Safety. … Maintenance.

Why do you put vinegar in pie crust?

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Secret ingredient: Use a dash of apple cider vinegar in your pie dough. Add 1 teaspoon to your current favorite recipe at the time in which you’re adding your ice water. Vinegar helps prevent the formation of gluten which makes for a tough crust.

What do Filipinos use for utensils?

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While most Filipinos today eat using a spoon and fork, the traditional way of eating is kamayan, or “with hands.” Kamayan was the customary way of eating in the Philippines prior to Spanish colonization in the 16th century, and although utensils are more accessible and common now, Pinoys often eat this old school way …

Should I wrap my turkey legs in foil?

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The turkey legs will take about 3 to 4 hours to reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the turkey drumsticks from the smoker once they are at temperature and wrap them individually in heavy duty foil. They can be placed in the oven to keep them warm or eaten immediately if you so desire.

What is a small ladle called?

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A slotted spoon is a spoon implement used in food preparation. The term can be used to describe any spoon with slots, holes or other openings in the bowl of the spoon which let liquid pass through while preserving the larger solids on top.